JYP Entertainment ends its exclusive contract with Xdinary Heroes leader and drummer Gunil following controversy over remarks he made about fans that surfaced in leaked audio. Multiple outlets report that Gunil acknowledges the recording and apologizes, while JYP says the matter is taken seriously and results in his departure.
JYP says it reaches a mutual decision to terminate the contract after extensive discussions, and the group continues as a five-member band. Gunil states in a posted statement that the remarks were aimed at specific individuals he believed were harassing others and invading privacy, rather than “real” fans, and he expresses regret for the impact of the controversy. He also discusses the origin of the allegations, including claims raised in an online post that includes an audio recording attributed to him.
Forbes frames the exit as part of a turbulent period for lineup stability in K-pop, citing other recent departures across groups and different reasons. The reporting across outlets converges on the termination, Gunil’s acknowledgment and apology, and the band’s shift to five members, while differing mainly in how broadly they contextualize the incident.
